Moulins, a medieval gem in France

Moulins is located in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region of central France, a city of art and history that was once the fiefdom of the Dukes of Bourbon. Anne of France, daughter of King Louis XI, married Pierre II, Duke of Bourbon, and built a palace that now serves as the Anne de Beaujeu Museum. 🚗 How to get there: 🌈 From Paris: Direct TER train from Bercy Station (2.5 hours) From Lyon: Train (1.5 hours) 📸 Must-see spots in town: 📍 Notre-Dame Cathedral 🌟 The Bourbon family’s private chapel, a Gothic masterpiece featuring The Moulins Triptych, a 15th-century French treasure behind the altar. 📍 National Center for Stage Costume (CNCS) 🌟 Once the armory of the Dukes of Burgundy, now a museum housing 10,000+ theatrical costumes and accessories. 📍 Anne de Beaujeu Museum 🌟 A Renaissance architectural gem and the former private residence of Anne of France. 📍 Clock Tower (Tour Jacquemart) 🌟 A 32-meter-high 15th-century tower, now open for visits. 📍 Old Town Stroll 🌟 The Allier River (a Loire tributary) flows through the town, crossed by charming stone bridges. While not as grand as the Seine, its tranquility makes it even more enchanting. 🌹 Wander along the river into the town center, where half-timbered houses from the 15th century line the cobblestone streets. #HiddenGems #France #TravelFrance #FrenchVillages #OffTheBeatenPath #TravelExpert ✨🇫🇷